Payroll Specialist II - Multi-State & Compliance Expert

Reliance, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Associate II to manage payroll across multiple subsidiaries. You will process weekly, bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls and update data such as time, commissions and bonuses. The role supports audits, documentation, and process improvements under the Payroll Manager.

Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, wage regulations, and Dayforce is required. You will collaborate with payroll staff and maintain SOPs while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant payroll experience required.
• High School diploma/GED required; associate's degree or higher preferred.
• 5+ years full service multi-state payroll experience; Ceridian Dayforce experience preferred.
• Experience in a shared service center environment preferred.
• Garnishment rules and multi-state tax withholding knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and off-cycle payrolls for multiple subsidiaries.
• Update payroll data including time, commissions, bonuses, and manual checks.
• Record adjustments to pay related to payroll elections, benefits, or retroactive increases.
• Manage daily workload to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor payroll inquiries from employees, managers, and local contacts to meet SLAs.

Skills

Payroll experience

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion handling confidential data

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Bilingual (desired)

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

ServiceNow

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Associate II to manage payroll across multiple subsidiaries. You will process weekly, bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls and update data such as time, commissions and bonuses. The role supports audits, documentation, and process improvements under the Payroll Manager.

Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, wage regulations, and Dayforce is required. You will collaborate with payroll staff and maintain SOPs while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.